2006 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 191 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Scenic (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
